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Double gourd ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Double gourd ornament by an unknown artist. The ornament is a green jade pendant in a gourd shape with intricate carvings on its surface. A small white jade pendant hangs from the top. The jade pendant is suspended from an ornate metal stand with curved arms and a decorative base. The metal stand has a dark gray or black finish and features intricate carvings throughout. The stand's top section has a symmetrical design with curved lines and shapes. The base of the stand is wide and has a flat surface with curved feet. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Jade (Nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 489 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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